By Debbie Wagner The holidays are the most wonderful time of the year for music, caroling, festivals and walks down memory lane to Christmases past. I hope the Q&A below inspires you to reflect on holiday cheer from prior years … because music and memories are the greatest gifts of all! What are your memories … Read more
Cover caption: Veterans Ambassador Council member Joseph “Sonny” Hanlon loves his two poodles. By Gina Mazza In 2023, a United States Military veteran made a poignant comment to the staff at Animal Friends, a full-service companion animal welfare organization located in Pittsburgh’s North Hills: “There were so many times when I wanted to end it … Read more
The Roaring 20s was the theme of the 20th annual Caregiver Appreciation event for the Beaver County Office on Aging’s Caregiver Support Program. The gala took place on June 26 at Monaca Turners in Monaca. The hall was decked out in black and gold and featured a fun photo booth with props reminiscent of the 1920s. … Read more
By Debbie Wagner Classic cars are so popular because they’re like taking a sweet ride into the past with vintage wheels. The many fabulous car shows in our local communities allow us to indulge in remembrances of former eras when we cruised in true style. Let’s step back in time with these classic beauties and … Read more
Recent studies show that practicing the ancient form of martial art called Tai Chi can reduce falls in older adults by 70 percent. According to Harvard Medical School, this gentle, low-impact form of exercise goes a long way in helping seniors maintain strength, flexibility, vitality, balance and an improved immune system—all without forcing the muscles, … Read more
Allegheny County District Attorney Stephen A. Zappala, Jr. recently launched a video called “Red Flags of Fraud” in partnership with the Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh (HACP) and in conjunction with Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Written and produced by the District Attorney’s Office in collaboration with HACP, the video features Senior Justice Advocates … Read more
The Senior Companion Program of Allegheny County—offered through the Department of Human Services Area Agency on Aging—hosted its annual recognition luncheon on June 14 at Edgewood Country Club. Senior Companions are volunteers, ages 55 and older, who visit lonely or isolated seniors once or twice a week, providing much needed companionship and friendship. Seniors receiving … Read more
The Namath family name is well known in Beaver County and far beyond, in great part to the AFL and NFL football legend and Super Bowl MVP Joe Namath, 80, who was quarterback for the New York Jets and the Los Angeles Rams. A Beaver Falls native, “Broadway Joe” was inducted into the Pro Football … Read more
The Allegheny County Department of Human Services Area Agency on Aging is piloting a new communications platform to expand area residents’ access to Older Adult Services. The new service, which will allow for text messages, voice calls and email in up to 80 languages, launched on April 17 with a rollout text message to all county … Read more
The Allegheny County Ombudsman Program is currently looking for dedicated and compassionate volunteers who want to make a difference in the lives of long-term care residents. Residents of long-term care facilities sometimes have little or no contact with the outside world and many feel very alone. A friendly volunteer who visits regularly can be a … Read more